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Part of Library To Be Closed Monday - Friday (July 26-30)
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As part of the renovation, the upstairs portion of the library will be closed to the public Monday, July 26, through Friday, July 30.  Patrons will still be able to return any item to the library.  Also, items that patrons have placed a hold on can still be picked up.  We thank you for your patience in this process, and apologize for any inconvenience. 
 
Remember To Pick Up Your Prizes
Summer Reading Program
Hello Summer-Readers!  As of right now you've collectively read 12,749 books.  Great work!  You've also earned 2783 prizes.  However, only 2245 of them have been picked up.  Be sure to stop in and pick up the cool prizes that you've earned before they go away on Saturday July 31.  Keep up the good work!
 
Renovations at OPL
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There are some changes coming to the library. Throughout the remainder of 2009 and spring 2010 the Ottumwa Public Library will be making a transformation. Thanks to several generous estates, the library will be able to renovate. To give you a sneak peek, we will be taking out an upstairs wall and putting up a wall downstairs in the meeting room. There will be a brand new teen area and genealogy area, as well as new furnishings and a spiffy new look for our public to enjoy. The Reference/Computer area will all be changed with the ability to put in a lot more computers. Stay tuned and we will keep you posted on the renovations as they take place. (There may be a little dust along the way but it will all be worth it in the end!)

 
Make a Splash -- The OPL 2010 Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading Program
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2010 Summer Library Program
Ottumwa Public Library
June 1 – July 27

HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
  1. Register at the library or online at summer.ottumwapubliclibrary.org
    • Pre-register as early as May 18.
    • Starting on June 1, LOGIN and begin entering books!
  2. Read books and win prizes!
    • Prizes are awarded for every 200 pages read up to 2,000 pages.
    • Read 3,000 pages and your name will be entered into a drawing for a NINTENDO DS .
    • No entries will be accepted after midnight on July 26, 2010.
Find "Nemo" The Fish

Find Nemo

 

 

Find “Nemo” the fish anywhere in the children’s room and enter your name in a weekly prize drawing. Look carefully, Nemo swims to a new spot daily!

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Teen Summer Reading Program
Teen Summer Program
Make Waves @ Your Library

June 1 - July 31

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Area TEENS are invited to “Make Waves” this summer by participating in the OPL Summer Reading Program from June 1 to July 31. Come to the library and read for prizes as well as to take part in special events. This year’s Grand Prize is a Nintendo DSi!

Interested in joining our Teen Book Club? Contact Stacy .

You must come to the library to register, but if you want to get started reading here is the reading log and book review form.

 
Visit OPL Teen Reads Book Blog
Teen News
Teens reading

Looking for a good book? Visit the OPL Teen Reads Book Blog at http://oplteenreads.blogspot.com .  Read book reviews and recommendations written by the OPL Teen Advisory Board and OPL Staff.

 
Adult Summer Reading Program
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This summer, don't just water your lawn...

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...water your MIND!

The Ottumwa Public Library is asking ADULTS to put their best foot forward and sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program! Each participate will receive a collectable shoe just for signing up! Complete the program and your name will be entered in a drawing for other fabulous prizes!
 
New Website Section To Help You Find New Movies
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New Flix (Any Easy Way To Find New Movies At OPL)
Welcome to the new New Flix section!  You asked for it. Now, you've got it, an easy way to find all of new movies available at the library.  To find the list, just click on the link entitled New Flix in the Features menu on the right side of the page.